I agree, fashion these days is pretty sad. Although I do prefer wearing pants most of the time for work around the farm, I used to wear long skirts at work when I did office work. And if I ever get the walkways in the apartment clear enough I might go back to them again... it was interesting reading about how recent pants are for women (for every day wear).

If I had the patience (and a good pattern) I'd make the kind of slacks I like, too. I like them at my proper waist most of the time, with pleats at the front. Although I did have one pair of wool slacks that didn't have pleats but fit my hips perfectly... wore them constantly in the winter -- they were fully lined and were perfect. sigh. Some of the gentlemen's slacks of the period look comfortable, but I'm also a fan of the kind dancers like Gene Kelly wore.

I do like the Aesthetic Dress Reform styles, and I'm even an artist -- although I try not to have loose morals! That was interesting to read about.